With about 2,989 residents, Eunice is one of New Mexico's notable places. Eunice was founded in 1908 and sits in Lea County. The median age is 34.3 and the median household income is $49,795. Homes carry a median value of $164,900, and about 77% of residents own where they live. Hispanic or Latino residents make up the largest share of the population (57.7%). Around 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 20 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Eunice — frequently asked
What is the population of Eunice, New Mexico?
Eunice has a population of about 2,989, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Eunice?
The median home value in Eunice is $164,900, and the median gross rent is $749/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Eunice safe? What is the crime rate?
Eunice Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 483 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Eunice face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Lea County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including hail, lightning, wildfire.
How many schools are in Eunice?
Eunice has 3 public schools (1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Eunice?
Public registry data lists 1 registered sex offenders in or near Eunice. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.